hot flash

noun

: a sudden brief flushing and sensation of heat caused by dilation of skin capillaries usually associated with menopausal endocrine imbalance

called also hot flush

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However, physicians can also offer treatment that can mitigate the side effects such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and depression. —

Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024 Asian women experience less hot flashes and night sweats but experience more fragility and poor bone health. —

Kristin Auble, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2024 Other symptoms of menopause can include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood swings.19 Pregnancy sleep issues are usually due to general discomfort, frequent peeing at night, and acid reflux. —

Carley Millhone, Health, 10 Oct. 2024 Symptoms such as fatigue, unexplained weight change, extreme thirst, change in bowel movement frequency, acne, irregular periods and hot flashes may be an indicator of one of those issues, per Cleveland Clinic. —

Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hot flash